Over the course of the last decade or so, the world has experienced near-exponential advances in technology, communications, manufacturing, and medicine among many other fields. New business and technology superpowers are developing in China, India, and other nations, further accelerating the rate of progress and creating a hyper-competitive global economy.

As online higher education continues to grow and gain acceptance across the country and around the world, questions—and misconceptions—remain. How does the faculty-student relationship compare to that found in the traditional university setting?

There are many different MBA structures from the various universities that offer the program, but for the career-driven student who has additional responsibilities, the online MBA degree program is the best option to successfully graduate.